We recently sailed from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens on the Azamara Quest (30,000 tons with 694 guests and 407 crewmembers) in a Club Continent Suite. We enjoyed the service provided by our excellent Butler and Stateroom Attendant. I was asked what the butler does for you … [Read more...]
Silver Spirit Europe Cruise Review
This past June I sailed from Lisbon to Barcelona aboard Silversea’s beautiful all-new Silver Spirit. We chose to fly in a day early for our Silversea cruise in order to have a little time to see Lisbon. The Hotel Marquês de Pombal on the Avenida da Liberdade provided … [Read more...]
AMA WATERWAYS AmaLyra River Cruise Review
Last month I travelled from Prague to Budapest aboard AMA WATERWAYS AmaLyra river cruise. From start to finish this river cruise was terrific. We were even lucky enough to experience some of the famed Christmas Markets along our route! Our Cabin, number 327, was a B Category … [Read more...]
Norwegian Epic Ship Review
After reading our cruise reporter, Ralph Grizzle’s report of his experience on the new NCL Epic, I wasn’t sure what I would think about the boxy, noisy ship. My experience was a calmer one, and I found the ship to be fun, exciting, and beautifully decorated with excellent … [Read more...]
Windstar in the Mediterranean Cruise Review
My friend, Wendy, and I recently sailed as the Virtuoso group hosts onboard the Wind Surf from Venice to Venice. Hotel Manager Geert de Meyer personally greeted guests as we checked in and he requested a steward to take our large bags to the ship. Another steward escorted us to … [Read more...]